It's McDonalds, its what you expect - Cook McDonald's Employee Review

3.0
Dec 16, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Flexible hours Regular small raises Maybe management eventually

Cons

Minimum wage, but what did you expect. It is McDs. Its not the greatest work environment, but it is fast food.

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5.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The pro of working at McDonald’s is , you get to meet a lot of good people. Other than it being busy the pay is great.

Cons

The cons of working at McDonald’s is if you do not have enough people on your shift you will have to pick up the slack yourself.

2.0
Jun 18, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Experience varies heavily depending on the owner/operator you work for. Free and discounted food. 2 weeks PTO. Vision, Dental and Health insurance. Offers rapid development opportunities.

Cons

Work-life balance is nonexistent. In fact, the director of operations has stated numerous times, “Work life balance is a myth”. The company states you are required to work 45 hrs/week minimum; Realistically, GM’s can expect to work 55-60 hours in store with constant calls and messages when home. The company does not count any work done outside of the restaurant toward your 45hr requirement. There is no training for this position as you are expected to figure it out on the job. They offer $2000 per month performance bonus but are always finding new ways to disqualify you and move the goalposts when you actually earn it.

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